Epsilon Aminocaproic Acid for Hereditary Angioedema

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To the Editor: Rosen and Austen conclude their recent editorial comments on androgen therapy of hereditary angioedema with the following sentences1:Because androgens in any form, impeded or unimpeded, are hazardous in children and pregnant women owing to a number of effects,... Other therapeutic strategies such as the use of fibrinolytic inhibitors still have their place in the treatment of this disease. Antifibrinolytic agents have been useful in controlling spontaneous attacks and are especially efficacious in preoperative management of patients about to have extensive dental work or tracheal intubation.The most easily available antifibrinolytic agent in the United . . .

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